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tinkering

The correct spelling is tinkering.

How to pronounce tinkering

verb

IPA: /tɪŋkɚɪŋ/

Say it like: Tin-ker-ing

The correct spelling is tinkering. To fiddle with something in an attempt to fix, mend or improve it, especially in an experimental or unskilled manner.

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Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To fiddle with something in an attempt to fix, mend or improve it, especially in an experimental or unskilled manner.
  2. 2.To work as a tinker.
  3. 3.To tinker with; to tweak or attempt to fix.

noun

  1. 1.An experimental fix or change.

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